The Government of China is inviting international students to apply for the Shanghai Government Scholarship.
The 2025 Shanghai Government Scholarship as offered by the Chinese universities for prospective undergraduate, and postgraduate applicants, will cover the full tuition of applicants, accommodation, and a living allowance of ¥4000 per month.
In this post, we will explain the full details of the scholarship, discuss its eligibility and benefits, and do a breakdown of the step-by-step guidelines for a successful application.
Shanghai Government Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: China
- Study Abroad: Study in Asia
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships | Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | ¥4,000 Monthly Stipends | Accommodation
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: April 15, 2025
2025 Shanghai Government Scholarship Details:
Applications for the 2025 Shanghai Government Scholarships have now opened.
The Shanghai Municipal People’s Government established the Shanghai Government Scholarship for Foreign Students (hereinafter referred to as the “Scholarship”) in 2006 to support outstanding foreign students to study in Shanghai.
The scholarship was established in order to serve Shanghai’s construction of a science and technology innovation center with global influence, further promote international cooperation and exchanges in Shanghai’s education, and attract outstanding students and scholars from various countries to study and research in Shanghai.
Eligibility Requirements for 2025 Shanghai Government Scholarship
To be considered for the Shanghai Government Scholarship, you must:
- be non-Chinese citizens
- be in good health.
- have performed both academically and behaviorally.
- meet the admission requirements of the major applied for
- meet the Chinese language proficiency requirements of the major applied.
- Applicants for pre-college program must have high school diploma and be under 23.
- Applicants for undergraduate program must have high school diploma and be under 25.
Benefits of Shanghai Government Scholarship 2025
Type A (Full scholarship)
- Exempt from tuition fee.
- Provide accommodation on campus: economic double room (public restroom).
- If you choose to live off-campus and get approval from the university, off-campus living allowance is 700 RMB/month/person.
- Living allowance: 2500 RMB/month.
- Provide comprehensive medical care insurance for International Students: 800 RMB/person/year.
Type B (Partial scholarship)
- Exempt from tuition fee.
- Provide comprehensive medical care insurance for International Students: 800 RMB/person/year.
Required Documents for Shanghai Government Scholarship
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- Application Form
- Signed highest diploma (photocopy).
- Academic transcripts
- Chinese HSK Certificate
- Photocopy of Passport Photo Page
- Foreigner Physical Examination Form (photocopy)
How to Apply for Shanghai Government Scholarship (Step by Step)
To apply for the Shanghai Government Scholarship, interested and qualified candidates should;
- Click on the button below to visit the scholarship application page
- Applicant should register and apply online.
- Submit online application and pay application fee.
- Download, fill, and upload the application form
- Upload all other supporting documents and submit your application
- Check your email or login on your ECNU online application account to track your application status.